Devil’s Knob is a scenic natural area about 10 miles southwest of Melbourne, Arkansas, set in the beautiful Ozark Mountains. It’s part of the Devil’s Knob–Devil’s Backbone Natural Area, known for its limestone, dolomite, and sandstone glades, woodlands, and bluff formations. The area features an uplifted ridge with two knolls connected by a saddle called the “Devil’s Backbone,” offering great views, rock outcrops, and interesting plant life like ancient Ashe’s juniper trees.
There’s a 1.25-mile loop trail that takes hikers past towering junipers, through open glades and forest, and up a short, moderate climb for scenic overlooks — marked by blue diamond blazes and ribbons on trees.
Leave No Trace & Trail Care
This trail and natural area are special — please help keep them that way! If you see any trash on the trail or around Devil’s Knob, please pick it up and pack it out. Every bit of trash you remove helps protect wildlife, preserve plant communities, and ensure others can enjoy a clean, natural experience. Thanks for being a good steward of the outdoors!
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